Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career within a respected, forward-thinking rural property consultancy? I’m currently partnering with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary practice that is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to strengthen its growing planning team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner who enjoys working across diverse rural, residential, and mixed-use projects — and who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining an established planning team with a strong reputation in the rural sector. The role offers real variety, autonomy, and the chance to work closely with landowners, estates, and private clients on a wide range of projects across the UK.

From strategic land promotion to heritage and diversification schemes, you’ll play a key role in delivering planning strategies that unlock value and drive sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals

• Preparing planning appraisals, strategy reports, and policy reviews

• Leading client meetings and providing clear, commercially sound advice

• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders

• Supporting junior team members and contributing to team development

• Identifying business development opportunities and strengthening client relationships

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership)

• Demonstrable experience in town planning (private consultancy or local authority)

• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence

• Ability to manage projects independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Experience within rural, estate, or agricultural planning would be highly advantageous, though not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

• Supportive and collaborative culture

• Clear career progression pathway

• Opportunity to work on unique and meaningful rural projects

• Professional development and CPD support

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Senior Planner seeking more autonomy, responsibility, and long-term progression within a respected consultancy environment.

If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.